Read more about the article Memorial Day traces back to the Civil War
Flags were placed at each grave in Arlington National Cemetary on its first Memorial Day celebration. That tradition stands today and across the nation as a way to honor the fallen heroes. COURTESY PHOTOS

Memorial Day traces back to the Civil War

Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans — the Grand Army of the Republic — established Decoration Day…

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Read more about the article Kids can save lives by getting active at home
As kids dance and move, they unlock food packets that are sent to severely malnourished children around the world. PHOTOS COURTESY UNICEF

Kids can save lives by getting active at home

As millions of people across the globe social distance and self-quarantine to help prevent further spread of the novel coronavirus, kids and families can help save lives by getting active…

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita class of 2020: stronger than ever
Santa Clarita City Hall, as pictured on February, 26, 2020, is located on the 23900 block of Valencia Blvd. Dan Watson/The Signal

Santa Clarita class of 2020: stronger than ever

By Mayor Cameron Smyth As the proud parent of three kids, I know the anticipation and excitement of graduation ceremonies. I’m looking forward to the day when my children will…

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Read more about the article Barger insta a la reapertura del condado
FILE PHOTO Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger speaks at the Hyatt Regency Valencia. Eddy Martinez/The Signal.

Barger insta a la reapertura del condado

Por Tammy Murga y Lauren Budman Esta edición: Barger insta a la reapertura del condado, el distrito de Hart considera graduaciones por automóvil, el número de casos dentro del Valle…

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Read more about the article A closer look at the CDC’s guidelines for reopening the nation
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A closer look at the CDC’s guidelines for reopening the nation

In a 60-page report, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released over the weekend detailed guidelines for states as they work to reopen their economies after months of quarantining…

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Read more about the article CDC: COVID-19 ‘does not spread easily’ from touching surfaces
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CDC: COVID-19 ‘does not spread easily’ from touching surfaces

Besides releasing a series of guidelines on how to safely reopen the nation, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has also said that COVID-19 does not spread easily…

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Read more about the article Newsom to break down church reopening guidelines Monday
Senior Pastor David W. Hegg speaks to the audience during a Good Friday service at Grace Baptist Church in Santa Clarita on March 30, 2018. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

Newsom to break down church reopening guidelines Monday

Gov. Gavin Newsom plans to issue new guidance Monday for religious institutions ready to reopen as Santa Clarita Valley churches chisel their plans to safely welcome back what could be…

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Read more about the article Deputies respond to reports of grand theft at Costco
Deputies responding to reports of a grand theft at the Costco in Canyon Country on Friday.

Deputies respond to reports of grand theft at Costco

Deputies responded to reports of a grand theft at the Costco in Canyon Country on Friday. The call came in at approximately 3:30 p.m. that someone had come into the…

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Read more about the article County now allowing indoor malls to offer curbside services, beach trails and parking lots now open
Shoppers hunt for bargains at the Westfield Valencia Town Center on Black Friday morning. Knowing which stores your loved ones’ like makes buying gifts a little easier.

County now allowing indoor malls to offer curbside services, beach trails and parking lots now open

Ahead of its targeted July 4 reopening date and Memorial Day weekend, Los Angeles County announced Friday three additional openings that include allowing indoor malls to open for curbside service. …

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